This programme examines the importance of flood mitigation planning and some of the general prohibitions outlined in Sections 19 to 22 of the the new Storm Water Management Act 2025. The Act aims to reduce flooding through proactive and modern approaches. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Works, Santia Bradshaw, highlights how improper disposal of waste can severely impact storm water drainage systems.

MANAGING THE FLOW PART 2 - A LOOK AT THE STORM WATER MANAGEMENT ACT

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1. Hurricane preparedness tips
2. The Barbados Trust Fund Limited’s Outreach Training 
3. Register for the Barbados Community College’s Real Estate Sales Programme 
4. The BCC is also hiring a contractor for web and social media content management — apply by May 30! Visit www.bcc.edu.bb for the requirements.
5. The Barbados National Standards Institution wants your feedback
6. Enter the OACPS@50 Logo Competition 

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – May 22 - 28:
- Daryll Jordan Secondary School Staff Vacancies 
- Queen's College Staff  Vacancies 
- Tender for the operation of a canteen service at The Lodge School 

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-may-22-28-2025/.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | MAY 22 - 28 (2025)

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1. Crop Over in the City
2. More Hurricane Preparedness Tips
3. Check out caricomimpacs.org for details on the Application Developer Post
4. Learn more about Caribbean Computer Coding Workshops at caribbeanscience.org
5.  Apply for the Student Revolving Loan Fund's EduFlex Tech Loan

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – May 29 - June 4:
- Combermere Staff Vacancies 
- Tender for Cafeteria, Security, and Janitorial/Cleaning Services at the Barbados 
   Community College 
To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-may-29-june-4-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | MAY 29 - JUNE 4 (2025)

Chairperson Doriel Skinner tells us about what the St Michael North West District Emergency Organisation is doing to make sure the community is prepared this hurricane season.

FROM READINESS TO RECOVERY - HOW A DEO PROTECTS ITS COMMUNITY

In this programme, we’ll explore ways to reduce salt in our cooking without compromising on taste. You’ll also learn the difference between salt and sodium, signs that you’re consuming too much or too little, and you’ll hear some interesting findings from the Barbados National Salt Study with Nutrition Officer at the National Nutrition Centre, Leanda Hurdle. 

SHAKING THE HABIT - A SALT SMART CONVERSATION

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.

This week's programme features:
1. Download your copy of the 2025 Emergency Shelter Booklet from dem.gov.bb or gisbarbados.gov.bb
2. Learn why securing your roof is important and how the Department of Emergency Management’s “hurricane strap programme” can assist
3. Discover why data collection is critical to disaster risk management and why your cooperation is key

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – June 5 - 11:
- The Student Revolving Loan Fund is hiring a temporary Operations Support Officer. Apply now at: srlfloan.edu.bb.
- Teaching vacancies in English Language, Literature & Integrated Science 
- The Barbados Community College is inviting tenders for Cafeteria, Security, and Janitorial/Cleaning Services
- Open for uniforms for the Barbados Police Service. Info available at https://gov-bb.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-june-5-11-2025/


IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | JUNE 5 - 11 (2025)

In this programme, we learn how indoor farming can benefit persons looking at small crop cultivation.

AGRIFOCUS - INDOOR VERTICAL

Learn more about the Barbados Coastal Fisheries Resilience Project - a partnership with the government of Japan and United Nations Development Programme, as we hear from Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley; Minister of Environment and National Beautification, Blue and Green Economy, Adrian Forde; and Elizabeth Charles Sommer of the UNDP.

A RESILIENT CATCH

Catch up on information you might have missed during the week.
This week's programme features:
1. The Cooperatives Department will be in St. George as part of We Gatherin'
2. Learn about the safe use of pesticides at home
3. Minister Wilfred Abrahams urges persons to insure their homes, boats, and businesses. 
4. Fire Officer Krystal Harewood speaks about the importance of fire extinguishers

This Week’s In Case You Missed It Opportunities – June 12 - 18:
- Staff vacancy at the Springer Memorial School (see attached)
- Tender for the operation of a canteen - Princess Margaret Secondary School (see attached)
- Tender for the supply of security services - Princess Margaret Secondary School (see attached)
- Tender for the operation of a canteen - Coleridge and Parry School (see attached)

To download a copy of these opportunities, go to https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/download/in-case-you-missed-it-june-12-18-2025/

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | JUNE 12 - 18, 2025

In this programme, Chief Fisheries Officer, Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox reminds us that hurricane preparedness isn’t just about boats. It’s everything you use - from stalls and fish pots to coolers and gear.

STORM READY FISHERFOLK

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